Teacher Assistants / Floaters / Classroom Aides

Description: Type: Part Time and Full-Time
Salary: $16.00 - $18.50 / hour
(pay rate varies by position and is based on qualifications)
Bonus: Signing bonus eligible, $500 to $1,000 depending on credentials and employment status
Mile High Early Learning has a variety of openings for candidates interested in working with young children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. Early childhood assisting teachers and floaters support the lead teacher in the planning, organizing and delivery of a developmentally appropriate learning environment based on the individual cognitive, motor, social and emotional needs of the children. This person will assist the classroom teacher in managing the classroom to create a positive, healthy and safe learning space.
Mile High Early Learning Offers:

• Financial support for related college coursework or degree attainment
• Signing bonus $500 or more depending on position
• 5+ weeks of paid time off
• Employee discount for child care
• Health insurance (as low as $138/mth) with an expense card to cover copays/deductible
• Dental insurance (at no cost for employee only coverage)
• Vision insurance ($9/mth)
• Flexible spending for Health expenses – employer funds $100
• Retirement Plan with employer match

Responsibilities include for Teacher Assistant, Floater or Staff Aide:

• Assist with all aspects of the daily routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, serving snacks / lunches and maintaining classroom cleanliness
• Assist with the implementation of effective child guidance techniques; define and communicate appropriate limits and boundaries for children, ensure smooth transitions between activities
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing classroom conditions
• May be assigned to different classrooms and ages of children to ensure appropriate teacher/child ratios
• Maintain a clean classroom environment, wash and disinfect tables after snacks / meals, art projects and other classroom activities throughout the day, pick up toys, books and other materials, keep floors and sleeping areas free of debris, sweep floors, clean counters and cabinets as needed to ensure a safe and healthy environment
• Follow directions of the classroom teacher working one-to-one or in small groups with children
• Assist with the implementation of the Montessori inspired approach in the classroom

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Applications are being accepted as long as posting is up.
Work Environment:
Mile High Early Learning is a premier provider of early care and education for children 6 weeks to five years focused on growing great young minds and preparing them for kindergarten and the world using a Montessori inspired curriculum approach.
Consider joining a learning organization that is as focused on growing great teachers and family-oriented professionals as we are on providing a high quality educational experience for our students and comprehensive services to our families. Mile High Early Learning invests in our staff with on-going professional development including college courses, certifications, conferences and workshops. We regularly bring national experts to Denver to provide our staff with current and relevant learning opportunities not available elsewhere. Our Professional Development programs include semi-annual Child Development Associate certification trainings, annual Inclusive Practice in Early Childhood training, a Bachelors Residency program, and our MA in Learning, Developmental and Family Sciences program in collaboration with the University of Colorado at Denver.
Mile High Early Learning is seeking candidates who are committed to educational equity, anti-racism, and willing to engage in the hard work it takes to bring positive, impactful change. As an inclusive, learning-centered organization, we embrace innovation, assessment, and reflection to continuously improve.
We are always looking to add thoughtful, energetic, honest, positive, and creative people to our team. Must be an outstanding communicator and rapport-builder with parents.
Requirements: Teacher Assistant: Qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher in the State of CO (CDA or completed 101 or 103 and another ECE class)
Floating Teacher: Qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher in the State of CO (completed 101 or 103 and another ECE class)
Staff Aide or On-call Substitute Teacher: High School or GED. Experience working with young children preferred.
Don't quite meet these requirements? Consider applying anyway and we can discuss a professional development plan to get you there.
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Additional qualifications: *

• Experience working with young children
• Early Childhood Teacher Qualified in the State of Colorado
• Bilingual Spanish, Arabic, Amharic (preferred)
• Ability to work a full time work week, Monday through Friday & occasional evening meetings
• Ability to provide documentation of full COVID-19 vaccination with or without accommodation

Mile High Early Learning is a drug-free work place and we perform pre-employment drug screenings.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.50 per hour